Human development Flashcards
cephalocaudal
Growth form top down head grows faster than torso and feet
proximodistal
Growth form inside our torso grows faster than arms and fingers
synapeses
point of info is transmitted between neurons
synaptic pruning
loss of unessary connections between neurons
myelination
dev of fatty acid around neourons allowing more effient transfer of signals
Rooting reflex
- touch corner of infants cheek infant tuns towards sim and begins to suck
Grasping reflex
- allows infant to hold on to caregiver for saftey
- put finger in childs palm and they grasp
Moro reflex
startle the child
nfant flings out arms and then brings them inwards
babinski reflex
- stroke sole of foot andtoes spread
- indicates integration of nervous system
Trust vs mistrust
- new guys hasnt been here long
- looks to caregiver for stability, consistancy of care
Autonomy Vs Shame and Doubt
Children focused on developing personal control over physical skills/ sense of independence
initative vs Guilt
- assert themselves more frequently though games and other social intraction
industry vs inferiority
need to wi approval by demoing specific compentencies and begin to develop pride in accomplishments
baby types
- easy(40%)
- difficult(10%)
- slow to warm(15%)
- Unique(35%)
types of attachemnt
secure 60%
infant is moderatly upset when mom leaves ad happy when she returns